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Everybody Solar Inc

EIN 45-1591893 · Novato, CA

Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthStrong100 out of 100GovernanceGood70 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

EVERYBODY SOLAR, INC. WAS FORMED TO EDUCATE AND FINANCIALLY ASSIST QUALIFYING SECTION 501(C)(3) NON-PROFIT CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS ON THE BENEFITS, UTILIZATION AND INSTALLATION OF COST-SAVING ENERGY SYSTEMS THAT SUPPORT COMMUNITY RESILIENCE AND AMERICAN ENERGY INDEPENDENCE.

Income
$1.3 million
Spending
$450,953
Spent on programs
76%
Reserves
34.6 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 99%
Employees
1
Volunteers
16
Highest pay
$67,396, executive dir.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Strong: 100 out of 100. Higher than 86% of charities in its peer group (environment, $1m to $10m).

  • Reserves

    35 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 34.6 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 2% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 64% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 197% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    76% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 0 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Good: 70 out of 100. Higher than 14% of charities in its peer group (environment, $1m to $10m).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    7 of 7 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    15 of 15

    Has a written conflict of interest policy.

  • Whistleblower policy

    0 of 8

    Reports no written whistleblower policy.

  • Record keeping policy

    0 of 7

    Reports no written policy on keeping and destroying records.

  • Board minutes

    5 of 5

    Keeps minutes of board meetings.

  • Board sees the tax return

    10 of 10

    Gave the board a copy of this return before filing it.

  • Pay set independently

    5 of 5

    Sets its chief executive's pay through independent review and comparison.

  • Independent check of accounts

    0 of 15

    Its accounts were not audited or reviewed by an independent accountant.

  • No reported misuse

    10 of 10

    Reports no diversion of assets, excess benefits or loans to insiders.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Impact evidence

Describes programs. Its tax return describes what it does but we have found no measurable results in it.

Programs described in its return (5)
  1. $181,549 spent. We brought a 72.3 kW energy system to the Adventure Science Center, in Nashville, TN. We also helped design and fund an energy based educational exhibit for the science center. or over 75 years, Adventure Science Center has been bringing science to life for students, teachers, and families in Middle Tennessee and across the U.S. The energy project will not only reduce its electricity expenses year over year, but it is also more importantly an opportunity for education and engagement.
  2. $100,569 spent. We brought a 37.4 kW energy system to The Way Free Medical Clinic in Clay County, FL. The savings from the energy system will enable the Way Free Medical Clinic to reduce costs and reallocate funds toward expanding and enhancing The Way Free Medical Clinic services. These expanded services include free primary and specialty medical care, ranging from obstetrics and prenatal care to diabetes, heart, and respiratory care.
  3. $28,596 spent. We brought a 26.9 kW energy system to Buckhorn Children & Family Services' Rogers Cottage Recovery house in Buckhorn, KY. Nestled in the foothills of Perry County, Kentucky, Rogers Cottage Recovery House is a 12-single-bedroom inpatient rehabilitation facility for adult women. Less than 10 miles from Buckhorn Lake and Buckhorn State Resort Park, the campus offers a wide variety of activities for its residents. From hiking and kayaking to farming and gardening, the program utilizes the natural serenity that Buckhorn provides as an integrated component of their clients? clinically managed recovery.
  4. $16,185 spent. We brought a 12.2 kW energy system to Wildflower Healthcare in St. Augustine, FL. Wildflower Healthcare focuses on offering essential medical and dental care to individuals who do not have health insurance coverage. This includes services such as primary healthcare, dental care, and potentially other related services that are crucial for maintaining good health and well-being. The installed energy system will allow the organization to redirect savings towards their core mission of providing quality, compassionate healthcare to underserved communities.
  5. $14,534 spent. Launched two new energy project initiatives to bring energy savings to two different 501c3 organizations in New Mexico, and Louisiana with planned installation dates in 2025.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Legitimacy checks

  1. Is it registered with the IRS? Passed.

    Listed in the IRS master file of tax-exempt organizations as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  2. Has the IRS revoked its tax-exempt status? Passed.

    Not on the IRS automatic revocation list.

    Source: Automatic revocation of exemption list, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  3. Are donations tax-deductible? Passed.

    On the IRS list of organizations eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions.

    Source: Publication 78 data: organizations eligible for tax-deductible contributions, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  4. Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.

    Most recent return on file covers the year ending December 2024.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  5. How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.

    Recognized by the IRS since December 2012.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  6. Is it in good standing with state regulators? Passed.

    Not on California's list of charities barred from soliciting. Other states are not yet checked.

    Source: May Not Operate or Solicit for Charitable Purposes list, California Attorney General, Registry of Charities and Fundraisers, file dated October 21, 2026.

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